2002 Holden Frontera vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Frontera | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Frontera | 460 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
