1989 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Lexcen | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Lexcen | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
