2001 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 320 | 343 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |