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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 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 273 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 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 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 | 1992 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |