1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | RS 200 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 73 L |
