1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3099 mm |
