1960 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Volvo 120 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
