2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1055 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | ML | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
