1983 Subaru DL vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL. 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru DL. 1995 Volvo 850 has automatic transmission and 1983 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1983 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volvo 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Subaru DL | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | DL | 850 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
