1988 Renault 5 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
