1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Fairlane 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 1990 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fairlane | Clio |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |