2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2000 Volkswagen Golf and 1993 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio. 1993 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
