1989 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Volvo 480
To start off, 1991 Volvo 480 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Volvo 480.
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, 1991 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 1991 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | 480 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
