1988 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 19 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 546 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
