1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Scorpio | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
