1974 Ford Capri vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 9 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (86 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 122 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
