1984 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
