1985 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
