1992 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 145 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
