1989 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
