1988 Audi 200 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 200 | 850 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |