2004 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volvo |
| Model | Lacetti | 145 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
