2005 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
