2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1310 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 122 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
