1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 620 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
