1995 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
