1969 Porsche 912 vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1969 Porsche 912 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 912 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912.
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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 912 | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 912 | 122 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
