Volvo 850 engine produces 31 HP more power than Volvo 940, whereas torque is 85 NM more than Volvo 940.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.9
no data
Fuel tank capacity:
73 litres
60 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
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:
4.72 m
4.81 m
Width:
1.76 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.44 m
Volvo 850 is 9 cm shorter than the Volvo 940, 1 cm wider, while the height of Volvo 850 is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
992 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1580 litres
2125 litres
Turning diameter:
10.6 meters
9.9 meters
The turning circle of the Volvo 850 is 0.7 metres more than that of the Volvo 940, which means Volvo 850 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
