1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1971 Volvo 145 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 145 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |