1996 Audi A3 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 14 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, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
