Volvo , 850 , Generation 1 , 850 T-5R (1991-1997)

The Volvo 850 was a compact executive car produced from 1991 to 1997. The first generation of the 850 series included a high-performance variant, the 850 T-5R.

Engine and Performance

• Engine: B5254S turbocharged inline-5 cylinder engine
• Displacement: 2.3L (2300 cc)
• Power output: 240 horsepower (179 kW) at 5200 rpm
• Torque: 302 Nm (223 lb-ft) at 3600 rpm
• Drive type: Front-wheel drive, with optional four-wheel drive system
• Transmission: 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic

Interior and Features

• Seating capacity: 5 passengers
• Rear seat split-folding design for increased cargo space
• Optional features:
  • Leather-trimmed seats
  • Power driver's seat
  • Electronic climate control with automatic temperature adjustment
  • Cassette player or CD player (depending on market)
  • AM/FM stereo radio

Exterior and Design

• Length: 4624 mm (182.3 in)
• Width: 1727 mm (68.0 in)
• Height: 1446 mm (57.0 in)
• Wheelbase: 2665 mm (104.9 in)
• Curb weight: approximately 1450 kg (3191 lbs)

Safety and Braking

• Airbags: Dual front airbags were standard, with an optional side airbag system
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS): Standard on all models
• Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD): Optional feature

Suspension and Wheels

• Front suspension: Independent MacPherson strut design with coil springs
• Rear suspension: Multi-link setup with coil springs
• Wheel size: 16-inch alloy wheels were standard, with 17-inch alloy wheels available as an option