1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Super 5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
