1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Ram and 1996 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Because 1996 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | 850 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2670 mm |
