1986 Renault 21 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 21 (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2067 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
