1990 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 605 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
