1981 Renault 9 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 120 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 120 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
