2007 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
