2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
