1965 Steyr 500D vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Steyr 500D | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Steyr | Volvo |
Model | 500D | 240 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |