1980 Audi Sport vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Sport | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
