1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo 145 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | 145 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |