1989 Peugeot Oxia vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 5 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 258 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 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot Oxia | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | Oxia | 360 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 726 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
