1976 Holden Torana vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 435 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Torana | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Torana | 240 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |