2000 Ford Focus vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | 145 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
