1986 Renault 21 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 112 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.
Because 1986 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 21 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
