1985 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1970 Volvo 145 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Golf | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
