1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 19 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
