1992 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volvo 850 (175 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 850 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
