1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | S-10 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
