2008 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Volvo 460.
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, 1994 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A4 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
