1965 MG MGC vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1970 Volvo 145 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145.
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 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGC | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | MGC | 145 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| 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 | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
