2004 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Volvo 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
