1991 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 614 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Clio | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
