1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Clio |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |