2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 60 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Corolla | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |