1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Croma | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
