1988 Renault 21 vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1988 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 21 | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 21 | V50 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |