1984 Renault R5 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault R5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 66 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Volvo 66 (94 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1979 Volvo 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault R5 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault R5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | R5 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
