1965 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Beetle 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volkswagen Beetle | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Beetle | 145 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
