1971 Volvo 145 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volvo 145 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
