1988 Audi V8 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1988 Audi V8 and 1988 Volvo 760 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi V8 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | V8 | 760 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |