2007 Renault Clio vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (127 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 680 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clio | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
