Sweden vs Sweden — 1967 vs 1974
| Amazon 123GT | 245 Turbo Estate | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 115 hp | 155 hp |
| Torque | 115 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,780 cc | 2,127 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.0 sec | 8.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 121 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.8 sec | 16.5 sec |
| Weight | 2,381 lbs | 3,042 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,590 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Length | 4,450 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,528 | — |
| Original MSRP | $3,300 | $16,890 |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $30,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 5/10 |
The 1974 Volvo 245 Turbo Estate emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT counters with lighter weight, stronger collectibility, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Volvo stable, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT and 1974 Volvo 245 Turbo Estate represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Volvo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1974 Volvo 245 Turbo Estate holds a clear advantage in raw power with 155 hp compared to 115 hp, a 40-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Volvo Amazon uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,780 cc, while the Volvo 245 relies on a Inline-4 OHC Turbocharged Intercooled with 2,127 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1974 Volvo 245 Turbo Estate edges ahead at 8.8 seconds versus 11.0 seconds. The Volvo Amazon carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 661 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT commands a significant premium over the 1974 Volvo 245 Turbo Estate, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.