1982 Toyota Celica vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 84 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Celica | 122 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
