1986 Audi 200 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo S40 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 200 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
