1962 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Ford Capri. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1962 Ford Capri. 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, 1962 Ford Capri (185 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm). This means 1962 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Capri | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Capri | 145 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 953 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
