1991 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 16 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 7 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Citi |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
