1998 Toyota Carina vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1972 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 1972 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1972 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | 145 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |