1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 27 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), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 647 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Sport | V70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |