1966 Holden HD vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 24 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 11 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 174 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | HD | 940 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| 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 | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
