1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
