1980 Subaru Coupe vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Coupe | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Coupe | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
