1980 Audi Sport vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1180 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Sport | XC90 |
| 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 | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
