1975 Audi 100 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
