1991 Holden Nova vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Nova | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
