1984 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
