1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 22 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | 240 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
