1974 Volvo 244 vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1976 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 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volvo 244 | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | 244 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2125 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
