1985 Renault 5 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
