2007 Proton Gen vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen 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 Proton Gen (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Proton Gen | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Gen | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
