1979 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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, 1989 Volvo 460 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 460 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |