1990 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volvo 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Volvo 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
