2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 31 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ikon | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
