1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
