1973 Honda 145 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 780 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2835 mm |
