2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1976 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 240 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1976 Volvo 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1976 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
