1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | 120 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
