1988 Audi 200 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| 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 | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
