2004 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
