1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 4 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 343 kg more than 1965 Volvo 122. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Barracuda | 122 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |