2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Express | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
