1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 611 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Super 5 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
