1983 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 760 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 1987 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
