2007 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur 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 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 639 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 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Grandeur | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3341 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
