2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
