1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | GTV | 245 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |