2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Explorer | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2610 mm |
