1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850.
Because 1971 Dodge Dart 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 1971 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dart | 850 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
