1968 Triumph 2.5 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (150 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (95 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2.5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1968 Triumph 2.5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph 2.5 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volvo |
| Model | 2.5 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
