1984 Renault 18 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 18 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 18 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
