1988 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 80 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
