1971 Holden Torana vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1971 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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 Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Torana | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
