2004 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
