1970 Opel Commodore vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 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 Opel Commodore (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Commodore | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Commodore | 120 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |