1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1992 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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, 1992 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | GT | 245 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
