1989 Nissan Laurel 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 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1989 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
