1992 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 17 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, 1992 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 318 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 318 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
