2005 Holden Cruze vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 40 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 122 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo 122. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 122 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Cruze | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Cruze | 122 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
