1975 Volvo 240 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
