2008 Opel Antara vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 15 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 2008 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Antara | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Antara | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
