2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 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 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 120. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Verossa | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Verossa | 120 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |