2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | RAV4 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
