2001 Audi A2 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 19 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, 2001 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A2 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
