2009 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | A8 | 145 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
