1984 Volvo 360 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1545 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Volvo 360 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | 360 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 104 L |