1970 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo P 1800 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Volvo | Audi |
Model | P 1800 | A4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |