1995 Volvo 850 vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 850 | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Volvo | Scion |
| Model | 850 | xD |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
