2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1959 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 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Commander | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Commander | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 527 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |