1980 Volvo 245 vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 245. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 245 | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 245 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
