1972 Sunbeam Chamois 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 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Sunbeam | Volvo |
| Model | Chamois | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 875 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2650 mm |
