1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 820 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 1970 Volvo 145 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | 145 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3078 mm |
