1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
