1987 Renault 5 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 339 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 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
