1983 Buick Electra vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | 120 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |