1981 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
