1968 Volvo 120 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 945 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 120 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
