1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 175 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mondeo | 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
