1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 460 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |