1981 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 5 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
