1981 Renault 9 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 490 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
