1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | 850 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
