1990 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 8 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 1 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 316 | 360 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |