1976 Renault 20 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, both 1976 Renault 20 and 1976 Volvo 66 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1976 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1976 Renault 20 has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Renault 20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Renault 20 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 20 | 66 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |