2007 Toyota Prius vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 200 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Prius | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
