Volvo 850 1993 vs Volkswagen Golf 1993
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Volvo 850) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Golf) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 90 HP | |
| Torque: | 206 NM | 202 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds | |
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Volvo 850 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo 850 engine produces 50 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 4 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Volvo 850 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 5.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km | 5.4 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Volvo 850 consumes 4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo 850 could require 600 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Volvo 850 consumes 4.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 760 km with real consumption | 1110 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Golf gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine: This engine stands out for its durability and generally remains trouble-free until it has been used extensively over many years. Despite its robust construction, the wear and tear from prolonged use, ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.71 m | 4.34 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
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Volvo 850 is larger. Volvo 850 is 37 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 6 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 420 litres | 466 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1580 litres | 1426 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Volvo 850 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo 850 (by 154 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo 850 is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Volvo 850 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`970 kg | 1`695 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`423 kg | 1`270 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 547 kg | 425 kg | |
| Volvo 850 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 22 procentiem more than Volkswagen Golf. Therefore, Volvo 850 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Volvo 850 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Volkswagen Golf, so Volvo 850 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1000 | |
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