1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1175 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |
