1985 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1959 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Volkswagen Polo | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Polo | 120 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |