1993 Volvo 850 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 850 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
