1980 Audi Sport vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Volvo S80 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 425 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 S80. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Sport | S80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
