1984 Audi 90 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 606 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
