2002 Proton 400 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 27 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 22 more horse power than 2002 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton 400.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton 400 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
