2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 37 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 264 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | 370Z | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
