1985 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
