2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Tacoma | 240 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2650 mm |
