Sweden vs Sweden — 1962 vs 1967
| Amazon P220 Estate | Amazon 123GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 115 hp |
| Torque | 115 lb-ft | 115 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,986 cc | 1,780 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 12.8 sec | 11.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 103 mph | 109 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.8 sec | 17.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,491 lbs | 2,381 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,590 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Length | 4,490 mm | 4,450 mm |
| Units Produced | 73,197 | 1,528 |
| Original MSRP | $3,095 | $3,300 |
| Value (Excellent) | $45,000 | $65,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 8/10 |
Numbers favor the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1962 Volvo Amazon P220 Estate offers better value, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Volvo Amazon. The 1962 and 1967 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1962 Volvo Amazon P220 Estate producing 100 hp and the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT delivering 115 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT edges ahead at 11.0 seconds versus 12.8 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,528 units built, the 1967 Volvo Amazon 123GT is considerably scarcer than the Volvo Amazon's 73,197 examples.