2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 24 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
