2000 Suzuki Swift vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Swift | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Swift | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
