1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 1997 Volvo S40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S40 weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S40 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 | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Super 5 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
