1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Volvo 260. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | 260 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
