2000 Ford Puma vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 183 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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Puma | 122 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
