1981 Renault 4 vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| 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 | 63 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
