1990 Audi 80 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Volvo P 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 1962 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1962 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
