1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lotec | Renault |
Model | Testa de Oro | Clio |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2946 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 347 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1476 kg |