1990 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | GTI |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
