1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 40 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 485 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | ML | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
