1989 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
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 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
