1984 Renault R5 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault R5 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | R5 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
