2005 Renault Clio vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Vauxhall Astra. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Clio | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
