2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Polo | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Polo | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
