1991 Volvo 850 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1991 Volvo 850.
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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Volvo 850 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volvo | Hyundai |
| Model | 850 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
