1991 Opel Astra vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1991 Opel Astra and 1991 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Renault Clio (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
