1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 620 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
