1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
