1990 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 641 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.
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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
