1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
