1984 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 324 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 90 | S80 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |