1993 Volvo 850 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 19 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volvo 850 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | T5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |