1986 Renault 21 vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S70 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
