1973 Honda 145 vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 15 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 480 weights approximately 142 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
