1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | Clio |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |