1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S80 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 1996 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | S80 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |