2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Be Bop | 960 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
