2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2610 mm |
