1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 305 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
