1981 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 569 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.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
