2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1989 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 240. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 240 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 1989 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1989 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Caterham | Volvo |
Model | 7 | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |