1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
