2007 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | 264 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
