2002 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Monaro | 245 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
