1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 535 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Clio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
