2007 Renault Clio vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Volvo 760.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 760 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
