1981 Porsche 944 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 944 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
