1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850.
Because 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 1993 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Thunderbird | 850 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
