1993 Volvo 850 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 850 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
