1986 Audi 90 vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
