1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1996 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (407 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
