1995 Volvo 850 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 18 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 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Acura ILX. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ILX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 850 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Volvo | Acura |
| Model | 850 | ILX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
