1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
