1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 49 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
