1979 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Rabbit | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1455 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
