1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 12 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | Clio |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |