2002 Vauxhall VX220 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 43 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall VX220 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
Model | VX220 | 120 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |