2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 417 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Colorado | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
