1996 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. 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 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
