1988 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 207 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
