1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Corsair | 240 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
