1988 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
