1996 Ford Royale vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Ford Royale 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, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Royale | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
