1991 Renault Clio vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 125 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Parati |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
