1981 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
