2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1388 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | E-150 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
