1966 Subaru 360 vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1989 Volvo 244 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 244 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1966 Subaru 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, 1989 Volvo 244 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Subaru 360 | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | 360 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 415 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2660 mm |
