1965 Holden EH vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1965 Holden EH (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | EH | 780 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
