1996 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 31 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 288 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.
Because 1996 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 122. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Rocky | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | Rocky | 122 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
