2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Drifter | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1582 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
