1950 Holden FX vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1950 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1950 Holden FX. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Holden FX | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | 240 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
