1980 Audi Sport vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 22 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo S60. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Sport | S60 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
