1970 Volvo 145 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 145 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
