2007 Acura RL vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 32 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Acura | Volvo |
| Model | RL | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
