1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 75 | 240 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |