1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
