1995 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1995 Lancia Ypsilon and 1995 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (175 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. 1995 Volvo 850 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lancia Ypsilon has manual transmission. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Volvo 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lancia Ypsilon | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Ypsilon | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |