1995 Volvo 850 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 850 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
