2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | F-150 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
