1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Sport | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
