1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Volvo 440 is newer by 24 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 93 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | 440 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
