1987 Renault 21 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 149 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 502 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 21 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 21 | C30 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |