2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
