1985 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
