2004 Honda Element vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 22 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 473 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, 2004 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | 360 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
