1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 695 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
