2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 681 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |