1981 Holden Statesman vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1981 Holden Statesman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | 145 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
