1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | PV 544 1.8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
