1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Steyr 650T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Steyr 650T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | 850 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
