1994 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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 A8 (400 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
