1990 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise is newer by 18 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover Streetwise (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Rover Streetwise (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Clio | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Clio | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
