1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 529 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Jeep | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
