1968 Volvo 145 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo 145 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 145 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4018 mm |
