1968 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 387 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
