1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Sport | S60 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |