1984 Renault 11 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 11 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 11 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
