1974 Holden Torana vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1975 Volvo 260 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Torana | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
