1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 13 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 728 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1965 Volvo 122 has manual transmission. 1965 Volvo 122 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | 122 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
