1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 633 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 1960 Jaguar XK 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 1960 Jaguar XK. 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
