1991 Audi S2 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 16 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S2 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
