1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | 240 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
