1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | 240 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |
