1988 Renault 4 vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. 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, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
