1975 Volvo 240 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 240 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
