1986 Holden Drover vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 7 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover. 1979 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1986 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1986 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Drover | 260 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
