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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 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 694 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 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 | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
