1990 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 17 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 450 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 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Clio | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
