1948 Holden FX vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (96 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX.
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, 1948 Holden FX (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Holden FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Holden FX | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | 240 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
