1997 Subaru SVX vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 38 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 625 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 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | SVX | 120 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
