2009 BMW 120 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 120 | 780 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |