1957 Renault Fregate vs. 1992 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Volvo 240 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Renault Fregate. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Renault Fregate weights approximately 88 kg more than 1992 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Fregate | 1992 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Fregate | 240 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
