2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 344 kg more than 1970 Volvo 140. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Commodore | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
