1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2004 Volvo V70

To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.

Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70. 2004 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1990 Audi Coupe 2004 Volvo V70
Make Audi Volvo
Model Coupe V70
Year Released 1990 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L