1994 Honda Today vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo 120 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 1956 Volvo 120 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
