1968 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1968 Audi 100 is newer by 3 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122.
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, 1968 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Audi 100 | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 122 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |