1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Seat 1430 | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 1430 | 245 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1436 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |