2002 Lexus IS vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. Both 2002 Lexus IS and 1984 Volvo 360 are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 284 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 2002 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | IS | 360 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
