1981 Renault Siete vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (110 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 460 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1981 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 460 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault Siete | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Siete | 460 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
