1975 Renault 30 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 32 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, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1975 Renault 30.
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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C30. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 30 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
