1995 Volvo 850 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 850 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 850 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2537 mm |
