1987 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Volvo C30.
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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
