1990 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
