2005 Renault Modus vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Modus | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 48 L |
