2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1070 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 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Terracan | 122 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
