1989 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
