2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
