1989 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1989 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 80 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
