1990 Renault 21 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault 21 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 21 | 220 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |