1985 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 23 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
