1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 133 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 Hyundai Elantra (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Elantra | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Elantra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
