1990 Audi 80 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 713 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
