1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2001 Renault Clio. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Renault Clio. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Renault Clio | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Clio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |