1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Super 5 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
