1994 Renault Express vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Express | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
