1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1970 Volvo 140 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 24 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Monaro | 140 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |