1976 Renault 5 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 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 1988 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
