Sweden vs Sweden — 1967 vs 1982
| Amazon 123GT | 480 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 115 hp | 120 hp |
| Torque | 115 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,780 cc | 1,721 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.0 sec | 8.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 124 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.8 sec | 16.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,381 lbs | 2,414 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,590 mm | 2,520 mm |
| Length | 4,450 mm | 4,240 mm |
| Units Produced | 1,528 | 76,375 |
| Original MSRP | $3,300 | $16,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $65,000 | $22,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT brings greater rarity, stronger collectibility to the table, and the 1982 Volvo 480 Turbo answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Volvo has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT with the 1982 Volvo 480 Turbo highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT producing 115 hp and the 1982 Volvo 480 Turbo delivering 120 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Volvo Amazon uses a Inline-4 OHV displacing 1,780 cc, while the Volvo 480 relies on a Inline-4 SOHC Turbo with 1,721 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1982 Volvo 480 Turbo edges ahead at 8.9 seconds versus 11.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,528 units built, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT is considerably scarcer than the Volvo 480's 76,375 examples. On the collector market, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT commands a significant premium over the 1982 Volvo 480 Turbo, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.