1977 Holden GTS vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | GTS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
