Volvo 850 1993 vs Volvo S80 1998

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Volvo 850
1993 - 1994
Volvo S80
1998 - 2003
Body: Estate car / wagonSedan
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 2.3 - 2.4 (petrol)2.0 - 2.9 (petrol, diesel)

Performance

Power: 140 - 226 HP130 - 272 HP
Torque: 206 - 300 NM192 - 380 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.5 - 11 seconds7.2 - 12 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.1 - 9.76.4 - 13.0
Volvo 850 petrol engines consumes on average 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than Volvo S80.
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Dimensions

Length: 4.71 m4.82 m
Width: 1.76 m1.83 m
Height: 1.43 m1.43 m
Volvo 850 is smaller.
Volvo 850 is 11 cm shorter than the Volvo S80, 7 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: no data460 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1126 litres
Turning diameter: 10.2 meters13 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 850 is 2.8 metres less than that of the Volvo S80, which means Volvo 850 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`600~ 2`071
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

average
Average price (€): 6001200
Pros and Cons: Volvo 850 has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Volvo S80 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
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