1998 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1998 Renault Clio and 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 321 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Clio | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
