2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 66 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xsara | 360 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
