1982 Renault 9 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 9 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
