1983 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 1000 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. 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 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac 1000 | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
