2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 42 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 211 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
Model | Guara | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |