1989 Audi V8 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | V8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
