1994 Renault 21 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
