1984 Audi 90 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 658 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 XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
