2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 765 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Highlander | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Highlander | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
