1992 BMW 518 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1992 BMW 518 and 1992 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 518 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 1992 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 518 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 518 | 850 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |