2009 Honda Stream vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 15 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. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Stream | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
