2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 145 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
