1978 Renault 4 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 764 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
