1985 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 16 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
