2009 BMW 523 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 850 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 523 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
