1974 Holden Torana vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 2 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Holden Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Torana | 265 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
