1984 Nissan Micra vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Micra | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Micra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
