1997 Toyota Carina vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 53 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, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Carina | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | 122 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
