2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1956 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 53 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1076 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.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1956 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
