2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
