2000 Volvo S70 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2000 Volvo S70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S70 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S70 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
