1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 1 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 155 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1039 kg |
