2001 Buick Century vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2001 Buick Century 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Century | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
