1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
