1984 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
