1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 122 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | 122 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
