1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | 260 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
