1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | 140 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
