1982 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
