2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Highlander | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
