1993 Volvo 850 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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 57 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 344 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volvo 850 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2919 mm |
