2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 37 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 424 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.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Five Hundred | 145 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
