1984 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
