1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Scorpio | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |