1991 Renault Express vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (134 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Express | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
