2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 145 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | SSR | 145 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
