1997 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
