1991 Renault Clio vs. 1991 Vauxhall Nova

To start off, both 1991 Renault Clio and 1991 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Nova.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Renault Clio 1991 Vauxhall Nova
Make Renault Vauxhall
Model Clio Nova
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1870 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2350 mm


 

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