1987 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1987 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2835 mm |
