1993 Peugeot 306 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 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), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 306 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 306 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
