1991 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Polo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
