1990 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 90 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
