1994 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Clio |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
