1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Brougham | S80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
