1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 52 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 205 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 1959 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | 120 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
