1996 Volvo 850 vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 850 | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
