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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 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 | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2650 mm |
