2000 Acura RL vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 25 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RL | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
