1983 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 858 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 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
