1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1987 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 C30 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault Super 5 | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Super 5 | C30 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |