1994 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
