2006 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Jetta | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
