1998 Renault Clio vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. 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 41 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 5 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Lupo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |