1992 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 33 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120.
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, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 120 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
