1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Clio |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |