1991 Toyota MR2 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 240 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, 1991 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Toyota MR2 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | MR2 | 120 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |