2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 650 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 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
