1981 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 27 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), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
