1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 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), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
