2008 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
