1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 241 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, 2008 Volvo S60, 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
