1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 26 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 830 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Roadmaster | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
