1984 Volvo 360 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 568 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volvo 360 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Volvo | Toyota |
| Model | 360 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
