2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 30 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
