2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 48 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 500 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 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
