1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | 240 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
