1994 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
