1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
