Volvo 940 1990 vs Volvo 850 1996

 
Volvo 940
1990 - 1991
Volvo 850
1996 - 1997
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.4 Diesel2.5 Diesel

Performance

Power: 109 HP140 HP
Torque: 205 NM290 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: n/a seconds11 seconds
Volvo 940 engine produces 31 HP less power than Volvo 850, whereas torque is 85 NM less than Volvo 850.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data7.9
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres73 litres
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo 850) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Volvo 940) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.

Dimensions

Length: 4.81 m4.72 m
Width: 1.75 m1.76 m
Height: 1.44 m1.43 m
Volvo 940 is 9 cm longer than the Volvo 850, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Volvo 940 is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 992 litresno data
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
2125 litres1580 litres
Turning diameter: 9.9 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 940 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volvo 850, which means Volvo 940 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): no data1`900
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
above average

average
Average price (€): 20001400
Rating in user reviews: 8.9/10 8.5/10
Pros and Cons: Volvo 940 has
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
Volvo 850 has
  • more power
  • lower price
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