1973 Honda 145 vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 610 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
