2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
