1998 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1998 Opel Astra and 1998 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Astra | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Clio |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |