2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | 7 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2650 mm |
