1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 64 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Volvo |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
