1996 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 21 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, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
