2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (124 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 972 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.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2307 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
