1952 Holden FX vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1952 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1952 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1952 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Holden FX | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FX | 960 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
