2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Outlander | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
