1978 Renault Siete vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault Siete. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault Siete | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Siete | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1037 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
