2007 Lexus LS vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
