1991 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 295 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
