2005 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 645 kg more than 1965 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
