2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 29 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
