Acura RL vs Volvo 850
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Volvo 850
Overview
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2012 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,200 | $0 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.3 gal | 19.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 168 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I5 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.1 cu ft | 14.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,300 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,083 lbs | 3,232 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in | 6.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in (best) | 104.9 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 183.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in (best) | 69.3 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 55.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RLBase | Volvo 850Base |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 6 | 3 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RL | Volvo 850 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $48,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $52,350 MSRP | Base $0 MSRP |
| 3 | Technology Package - in HI $52,350 MSRP | GLT $0 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $56,150 MSRP | GLT $0 MSRP |
| 5 | — | R $0 MSRP |
| 6 | — | R $0 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T5 $0 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 $0 MSRP |
Acura RL vs Volvo 850 FAQ
- Which is better: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 Acura RL vs 1997 Volvo 850 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 Volvo 850 starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- The 1997 Volvo 850 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- The 1997 Volvo 850 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on horsepower in this comparison (300).
- Which has better seats: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- The 2012 Acura RL leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 Acura RL or 1997 Volvo 850?
- The 1997 Volvo 850 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,300).