2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Town & Country | 240 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2650 mm |