1984 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
