1965 Volvo 122 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 122 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 122 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
