2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 45 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
