1998 Panoz AIV vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz AIV | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | AIV | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
