2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 850 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |