1979 Holden GTS vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | GTS | 264 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
