1958 Holden FE vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FE | 760 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
