2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1956 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |