2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Defender | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 57 L |
