1961 Saab 750 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Saab 750 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
