1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 120 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
