1996 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 258 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 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Breeze | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
Model | Breeze | 122 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |