1989 Nissan Prairie vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. 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, 2009 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Prairie | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Prairie | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
