1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 145 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
