2000 Holden Zafira vs. 1985 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740.
Because 1985 Volvo 740 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 1985 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Zafira | 1985 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Zafira | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
