1966 Holden HD vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1968 Volvo 145 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Holden HD.
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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | HD | 145 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
