2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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, 2003 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Statesman | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
