1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
