1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | 245 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
