1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Vega | 240 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
