1985 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 325 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
