1972 Holden Torana 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 Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Torana | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
