2007 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Ka | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
