1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 129 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Chevelle | Clio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
