1968 Volvo 120 vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Volvo 145 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, both vehicles can yield 152 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 120 | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
