1979 Renault 18 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 18 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 18 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
