2000 Volvo S40 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S40 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S40 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
