1998 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 14 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Clio | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Clio | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 3.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |