1996 Volvo 850 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
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, 1996 Volvo 850 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 850 | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Brilliance |
| Model | 850 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
