1985 Audi 90 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 300 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 260 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
