1985 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
