1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 245 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Volvo 245 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi Super 90 | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Super 90 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
