1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 689 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Clio |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2480 mm |