1972 Volvo 145 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 145 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
