2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |
