1982 Volvo 360 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 30 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 130 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volvo 360 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | 360 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
