1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (129 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 240 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
