1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 120 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
