1973 Honda 145 vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 244 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 244. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
