1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 31 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 215 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.
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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Alpine | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |