1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1990 Ford RS 200 and 1990 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | RS 200 | Clio |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |