2001 Toyota Soarer vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 630 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 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Soarer | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Soarer | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
