1970 Volvo 145 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
