2008 Opel Speedster vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 240 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster.
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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Speedster | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Speedster | 240 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
