1966 Volvo 144 vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 144. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 144 would be higher. Both 1966 Volvo 144 and 1992 Volvo 245 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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, 1966 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Volvo 144 | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 144 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
