2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 538 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
