1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 1975 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 240 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
