1988 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
