2004 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1995 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A4 | 850 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |