1988 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
