1985 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
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, 1985 Audi 100 (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
