1975 Renault 30 vs. 1998 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Volvo S40 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S40 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S40 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. 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, 1998 Volvo S40 (299 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 1998 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 30 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
