2004 Volvo V50 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50. 1993 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | V50 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
