2007 Renault Clio vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
