1984 Volvo 360 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 360 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| 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 | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
