1981 Renault 9 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 25 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 663 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
