2007 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Sequoia | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sequoia | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
