1985 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 14 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 350 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, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
