1965 Volvo 120 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 591 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 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 120 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 120 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1776 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
