1984 Austin Montego vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
Because 1965 Volvo 122 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volvo 122. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | 122 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
