2008 Honda Element vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 961 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 1958 Volvo 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
