1975 Peugeot 104 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 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 44 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 104 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 104 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
