1994 Nissan President vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Nissan President 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan President | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | President | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
