1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
