2010 Volvo V50 vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo V50 | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | V50 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
