1970 Ford Capri vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Ford Capri is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Capri weights approximately 108 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
