1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
| Model | 240 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2891 mm |
