1998 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A6 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
