1982 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
