2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 35 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, 1965 Volvo 122 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Lanos | 122 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 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 | 1010 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
