1994 Honda Today vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Honda Today 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today 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, 1994 Honda Today 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Today | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
