1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240.
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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Monaro | 240 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |