1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 324 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.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
