2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1957 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 940 kg more than 1957 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Sienna | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |