1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 672 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Volvo | Chrysler |
| Model | 145 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3053 mm |
