1994 Volvo 850 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 850 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1994 | 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 | 240 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
