1991 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 333 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |