1987 Renault 5 vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
