2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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. Both 2007 Volkswagen Golf and 1994 Volvo 850 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
