1966 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Audi Variant (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Variant | 440 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
