1975 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 709 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.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
