1980 Volvo 245 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145.
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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 245 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 245 | 145 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |