2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 145 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
