2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
