2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 49 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 755 kg more than 1958 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
