1990 Lotus Esprit 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 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1990 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1990 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lotus Esprit | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Lotus | Renault |
Model | Esprit | Clio |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |