1976 Holden Torana vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 Torana (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Torana | 66 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
