1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Jimmy | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
