1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 9 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Telstar | 240 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
