2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 312 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | 145 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
