1990 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 585 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 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
