1990 Volvo 940 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 6 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 294 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 940 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 940 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2316 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
