1972 Renault 5 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
