1970 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo 120 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | 120 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |