1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Super 90 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 120.
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, 1969 Volvo 120 (158 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Super 90 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
