1979 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
