1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, both 1982 Audi Coupe and 1982 Volvo 260 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volvo 260 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 1982 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, 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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Coupe | 260 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |