1986 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi Coupe (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 480 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Audi Coupe.
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, 1986 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi Coupe | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 480 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
