2003 Renault Clio vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
