1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1000 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Lagonda | 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 58 L |
