1994 Volvo 960 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 960 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | 960 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
