1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Jeep | 850 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
