1991 Audi 100 vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1962 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
