2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 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 8,521 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (777 HP) has 701 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 619 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (953 Nm) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | 120 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8521 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 777 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 953 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
