2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForTwo | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2650 mm |