1996 Rover 200 vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200, 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 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 200 | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 200 | 122 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |