1992 Toyota Paseo vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Because 1975 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Paseo | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Paseo | 240 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
