2002 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
