2003 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Chairman | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
Model | Chairman | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |