1996 Renault Clio vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, both 1996 Renault Clio and 1996 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Clio | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | S40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |