1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
