2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (125 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Baja | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
