1972 Volvo 145 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1972 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 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 145 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3670 mm |
