1980 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 316 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 316 | 850 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |