2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 23 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1361 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | LR3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |
