1990 Audi 200 vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
