1990 Renault Clio vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1990 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
