1983 Volvo 240 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 8 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. Both 1983 Volvo 240 and 1975 Volvo 240 are equipped with a 2,127 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Volvo 240 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 240 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
