1979 Volvo 245 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 245 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240.
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, 1979 Volvo 245 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 245 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 245 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
