1978 Seat 124 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 124 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | 240 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |