2006 Volvo S40 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 300 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 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S40 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
