2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1481 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Armada | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
