1951 Jaguar Type-C vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar Type-C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar Type-C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar Type-C | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Type-C | 240 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
