1982 Volvo 360 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 330 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volvo 360 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 360 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
