1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 1990 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Cortina | Clio |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |