2007 Audi S4 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
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 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 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 285 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | S4 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
