1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Regata | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
