2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Transporter | 850 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
