The 200 is a classic sixties body shell. Which means it is good for visibility, useful for carrying stuff, and still looks different enough to not be a grey euro blob. Besides, they are fun to drive. And safe.
The 700/900 was an early eighties notchback styled car that is well made, reliable and a bit bland. At that time, Volvo wanted to sell on safety alone, not performance or "fun". Now they look different too.
If the MPG of a 240 is causing bother, i'd try LPG rather than that VW timebomb diesel. A 200f should do 30mpg, which is not bad.A neighbours old v70 averages 24!
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