1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
