2008 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 13 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 168 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | 850 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
