1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Mustang 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 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
