1982 Volvo 360 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volvo 360 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | 360 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
