2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 145 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
