2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120.
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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
