1984 Audi 200 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
