1978 Volvo 264 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1978 Volvo 264 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Volvo 264 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | 264 | 240 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |