1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Vitesse | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | Vitesse | 240 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
