1976 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1976 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 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | SP2 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1457 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 |
