1987 Renault 21 vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
