1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volvo 240 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | 240 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |