2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 47 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 995 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
