2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2509 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Excursion | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
