2008 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1048 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.
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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volvo |
| Model | Mark LT | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2620 mm |
