1984 Renault Siete vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Siete | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
