1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Audi Quattro | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | Quattro | 780 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |