1994 Nissan Primera vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1994 Nissan Primera and 1994 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan Primera | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | Primera | 850 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1400 kg |