2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1990 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | XC70 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2740 mm |
