1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 478 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | 122 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |