1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, 1999 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 379 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
