1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
