1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1788 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daimler | Renault |
| Model | DE 36 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
